Mount Washington
Snoqualmie Region
Mount Washington currently presents mixed conditions. While the access road is generally passable, expect a very wet and rocky trail, often resembling a creek bed, particularly beyond the Great Wall split. Snow accumulation begins around 1.4 miles, becoming deeper with soft, melting conditions nearer the summit. Microspikes are recommended, especially for descent, though some reports indicate they offer minimal benefit in the soft snow. Blowdowns are present but navigable. Parking is usually ample, though the lot can fill later in the day. Reports range from late January through March 21st, highlighting the variable snow levels and wet trail surfaces.
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The short gravel road to the lot has a few potholes but is easily passable by any vehicle. I didn't use the facilities, but the bathroom appeared to be open.I chose quite the conditions for my first t...
gorgeous afternoon hike up Mt Washington... finally finally completed a trail in the Snoqualmie area! thrilled.Trail was snow free til just past the 2 mile mark. I saw some people coming down without ...
Snow begins about 2 miles in, ascent took about 2h 45mins and decent took about 1h 30mins, snow is nicely packed and spikes are not needed but would probably help. Good view of Rainier today.
Trying to shake off the hiking cobwebs after vacation, SoaringEagle and I trekked up to Mount Washington's summit. There's already a good TR from today so I'll be brief. Snow starts about half way up ...
CONDITIONS:If you're wanting to bike along the Olallie gravel trail, be aware there is a landslide just beyond (west of) the turn-off to Mt. Washington that has closed the trail and made it impossible...
This trail would be a great one if it weren't so horrendously rocky. Large stretches of the trail are full of loose rock that are the perfect size to roll an ankle. It reminded me of walking down a dr...
When the group decided to hike this peak in February, I was shocked. Today's test wasn't snow or ice, but 40 degree rain. The peak area wind was brisk and we were quick to come down from the cloudy ar...
Aaaaa! This is my third attempt to post 🤣Basically: wear waterproof boots, take poles, and don’t turn right at the hairpin in the photo.And thanks and high-fives to the lovely folks I met on the trail...
Mount Washington was a nice hike. The first 1.5 miles of the ascent are steep and have loose rock, but after that, the climb becomes more pleasant. There’s a cave and a few intersections with other tr...
Arrived at the trailhead parking lot a little before 8am on Saturday. There were only 2 other vehicles in the lot, so plenty of space. The bathroom was open and stocked with toilet paper. Note: the Pa...
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